RME OctaMic II

RME OctaMic II Microphone Preamplifier

RME’s OctaMic II combines eight high-end mic/line preamps with 192 kHz A/D conversion, dual ADAT and AES outputs, and exceptional low-noise performance—ideal for demanding studio and live applications.

RME OctaMic II Microphone Preamplifier Details

The RME OctaMic II is an 8-channel microphone preamplifier and A/D converter offering pristine 192 kHz / 24-bit conversion alongside studio-grade mic and line preamps.

Designed for professional environments, RME OctaMic II features balanced XLR/TRS combo inputs, individual channel controls for phantom power, phase inversion, and low-cut filtering, plus dual ADAT and AES/EBU digital outputs.

With a clean gain range of 6 to 60 dB and support for input levels up to +21 dBu, the RME OctaMic II ensures outstanding sonic transparency and reliability. Enhanced with improved SNR, THD, thermal management, and an internal wide-range power supply, it’s a robust and flexible front-end for any digital audio setup.

Features

  • Mic/Line inputs: 8 x XLR/TRS Neutrik combo jacks
  • Line outputs: 8 x balanced TRS
  • Digital outputs: 2 x ADAT, 1 x AES/EBU (DB-25)
  • Gain range: 6 dB to 60 dB
  • Input level capability: Up to +21 dBu
  • Phantom power: Individual 48V switches per channel
  • Additional controls: Low cut filter, phase reverse per channel
  • Indicators: LED for signal, clip, and phantom power
  • Clip Hold mode: LED flashes on overload until reset
  • Construction: New larger housing with enhanced heat dissipation
  • Power supply: Internal wide-range supply, line-filtered, voltage-insensitive
  • Design enhancements: Improved SNR (107.5 dB) and THD

Specifications

  • Mic/line inputs: 8 balanced XLR/TRS combo
  • Gain range: 54 dB
  • Input impedance: XLR 2 kOhm, TRS 5 kOhm
  • Analog input level: From -40 dBu up to +21 dBu
  • Maximum output level: +21 dBu
  • Output impedance: 75 Ohm
  • Output level options: Switchable Hi Gain / +4 dBu / -10 dBV
  • Signal to noise ratio (EIN): 129 dB @ 150 Ohm
  • Total harmonic distortion (THD): < 0.0005 % @ 30 dB Gain
  • Frequency response (-0.5 dB): 5 Hz – 200 kHz
  • High-pass filter: 80 Hz, 18 dB/octave
  • Line outputs: 1/4″ TRS (6.3 mm stereo jack), servo-balanced
  • Phantom power: +48 Volt, switchable per channel
  • Power supply: Internal wide-range switching (100–240 Volt AC)
  • AD conversion SNR: >110 dB(A)
  • Supported sample rates: 28 kHz – 200 kHz
  • AD conversion THD: < 0.0003 %, < -110 dB
  • Sync sources: AES/EBU (also SPDIF coaxial), wordclock, internal
  • Clocking technology: SteadyClock™ for jitter suppression and optimal sound quality

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